An Income Withholding Order, or IWO, is typically used in child support cases and occasionally can be used in alimony cases and requires a court order. Typically, if one party is ordered to pay child support, the court will require an IWO which directs the paying spouse’s employer to deduct the amount of child support from that spouse’s paycheck. The funds are sent directly to the Florida support department and are then forwarded to the recipient spouse. That way a clear record is established for any child support payments that are made.
An IWO is used primarily as a means of ensuring that alimony or child support payments are made and on time. It can also be used when child support or alimony payments are past due (in arrears). Of course, an IWO can’t be used in cases where the paying spouse has their own business; it would only apply in cases where the spouse is a W-2 employee.
At Affordable Divorce Center, we understand the financial strain that legal proceedings can bring, and our expertise in the Income Withholding Order area of family law is designed to be cost-effective. Our goal is to provide quality legal low cost representation with budget-friendly payment plans, without compromising on the accessibility of our services.
At ADC, you are more than a case number – you are a valued client with unique needs. Our client-centered advocacy ensures that your interests are the focal point of the Income Withholding Order process. We strive to achieve outcomes that safeguard you and your financial stability. ADC’s commitment to affordability is at the core of our values and service.
Along with our focus on the Income Withholding Order area of family law, ADC offers expert guidance across all areas of family law such as Divorce, Child Support, Co-Parenting (Child Custody), Enforcement of Alimony, Child Support or Timesharing, Income Withholding Orders, Modification of Alimony, Child Support or Timesharing, Paternity, Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements, Same Sex Marriage and Divorce, Separation/Temporary Support, Timesharing/Parenting Plans and more.
